Partial Knee Replacement
A procedure that replaces only the damaged portion of the knee joint, preserving healthy bone and ligaments.
What is Partial Knee Replacement?
Partial knee replacement, also called unicompartmental knee replacement, replaces only the damaged section of the knee joint rather than the entire joint, preserving the healthy bone, cartilage, and ligaments in the rest of the knee. This is an option when arthritis or damage is limited to just one compartment of the knee, most often the inner side. Because less of the natural joint is removed, the procedure typically involves a smaller incision and less disruption to surrounding tissue than a total knee replacement. It is performed under general or spinal anaesthesia, and many patients qualify for this less invasive option after a thorough assessment of their knee's condition.
Why is this procedure performed?
- Arthritis or damage confined to a single compartment of the knee
- Knee pain that limits daily activities but has not spread across the entire joint
- A desire for a less invasive option than total knee replacement, where suitable
- Healthy, intact ligaments supporting the rest of the knee
- Pain that has not improved with medication, injections, or physiotherapy
How does this procedure help?
Because partial knee replacement preserves more of your natural knee, many patients experience a faster recovery and a more natural-feeling range of motion than with a total replacement. Most patients are walking with support within a day and return to normal activities within four to six weeks. While not suitable for everyone, for the right candidate it offers effective, lasting pain relief with a smaller surgical footprint.
How quickly can this be arranged in India?
Typical timeline in India
2–3 weeks
Compared to Canada / USA
75–85% faster
Cost savings vs. Canada / USA
70–85% less
Context
Orthopaedic procedures such as knee and hip replacement have average wait times of 12–24 months in Canada. In India, the same procedures are typically scheduled within 2–3 weeks.
Timeline data based on publicly available data from the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) and NHS/Commonwealth Fund comparative studies. Cost estimates based on publicly available medical tourism cost comparisons, including Patients Beyond Borders. Actual costs vary by hospital and case complexity and are confirmed during your clinical assessment.
How does Medicay Global help?
We coordinate access to this procedure through our vetted hospital network in India, handling everything non-clinical along the way. Your Personal Medical Representative manages scheduling, logistics, and communication on your behalf, so you can focus on your health. Medicay Global coordinates access — all clinical decisions are made by licensed physicians.
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